FVM 10107 Trinity RD-4 Coal Hopper, NS Norfolk Southern #390589 Fox Valley Models N Scale

The FVM 10107 Trinity RD - 4 Coal Hopper from Fox Valley Models in N Scale, specifically NS Norfolk Southern #390589, is a great addition to your collection. The picture might show a different road number. Built since the mid - 1990s, the Trinity RD - 4 Coal hopper is a 4200 - cubic - foot modern car still in use today. Railroads and public utilities use these aluminum hopper cars in unit trains to transport coal from fields to power plants or ports for export. Key features include new road numbers, an era from 1996 to present, and a series from 390500 - 390589 built in 1996. It's fully assembled with a detailed plastic body and die - cast weight with interior detail. The removable coal load, detailed free - rolling trucks, 36” machined metal wheels, and body - mounted operating knuckle couplers (Micro - Trains® compatible) make it a high - quality model. The printing and lettering are clear even under magnification, and it's weighted to industry standards for reliable operation. It can operate on Code 55, 70, and 80 rail, comes in clear jewel - box packaging, has a minimum radius of 9 ¾” and a recommended radius of 11”. Coal transport by train has evolved, and the Trinity RD - 4 represents modern efficiency with its aluminum body and rapid - discharge design.

Using this Fox Valley Models N Scale FVM 10107 Trinity RD - 4 Coal Hopper is easy. Just place it on your Code 55, 70, or 80 rail track. Make sure the radius of your track is at least 9 ¾ inches, but 11 inches is recommended for better operation. You can add or remove the coal load as you like. The couplers are body - mounted and compatible with Micro - Trains®, so connecting it to other cars in your unit train is a breeze. When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft cloth to wipe the plastic body and metal parts. Check the wheels regularly to ensure they roll freely. If you notice any loose parts, handle them gently and make sure to secure them properly. Store the model in the clear jewel - box packaging when not in use to keep it safe and protected.